New E2EW Series Proximity Sensors From Omron Feature IO-Link and World’s Longest Sensing Range

New E2EW Series Proximity Sensors From Omron Feature IO-Link and World’s Longest Sensing Range

Manufacturers in the automotive industry are striving to make the most of the current trend towards electric vehicles and low fuel consumption by building lighter-weight vehicles and favoring aluminum over iron. As the prevalence of mixed production lines containing both iron and aluminum increases, the demand for same-sensing-distance proximity sensors with suitably long sensing ranges is also on the rise.

 

 

 

KUKA: KR IONTEC

KUKA: KR IONTEC

Whether on the floor, on the wall or inclined, the KR IONTEC combines compact design with the largest working envelope in its class for optimal use of space with a small footprint. Equipped with a waterproof and dustproof in-line wrist and protected motors, the robot is suitable for almost every area of application. A Foundry option also enables use in extremely hot environments with an expanded temperature range from 0° to 55°C.

 

 

 

The New KR QUANTEC Foundry Robot From KUKA

The New KR QUANTEC Foundry Robot From KUKA

Flexible, powerful and economical – these are the impressive characteristics of the new KUKA Foundry robots from the KR QUANTEC series. During the past year, the automation specialist completely revised the standard version of its bestselling robot, ensuring that it remains state-of-the-art technology. KUKA is now presenting the second generation of the special version for the foundry, forging and machining industries – more digitalized and even better than before.

 

 

 

Balluff’s New Magnetic Encoders Easily Integrate with Siemens Motion Control Systems

Balluff’s New Magnetic Encoders Easily Integrate with Siemens Motion Control Systems

Balluff’s new absolute magnetic linear encoders with Siemens Drive-Cliq interface are designed to integrate perfectly into Siemens motion controller environments. Plug-and-play installation makes incorporating them into the drive system easy. The controller automatically detects the sensor and its basic settings.

 

 

 

 

POSITAL Acceleration-Compensated TILTIX Inclinometers Receive UL Listing

POSITAL Acceleration-Compensated TILTIX Inclinometers Receive UL Listing

Just in time for CONEXPO-CON/AGG, POSITAL has announced that its innovative Dynamic TILTIX tilt sensors (inclinometers) are now UL listed, a critical step in providing customers with assurance about the safety and reliability of these products. A UL listed product has been tested by Underwriters Laboratories and meets its published and nationally recognized standards for safety. Christian Fell, head of POSITAL’s North American operations explains: “A UL listing assures our US customers that they receive high quality and safe products, which create sustainable and reliable environments to work in. UL listing is also globally recognized and opens the door to the acceptance of these devices (and to products that incorporate them) in many export markets.”

 

 

 

Endress+Hauser Prosonic G Flowmeters Redefine Process Gas Measurement

Endress+Hauser Prosonic G Flowmeters Redefine Process Gas Measurement

The new, exceptionally robust Endress+Hauser Proline Prosonic Flow G 300/500 flowmeters with optional integrated pressure and temperature sensors provide highly accurate, real-time values in even the most demanding environments. The Prosonic Flow G measures both dry and wet gases – natural gas, process gas or gas mixtures, either offshore or onshore – using ultrasonic flow measuring technology that has proven its reliability in decades of experience in the oil and gas as well as chemical industries.

 

 

 

New K6PM Thermal Condition Monitor From Omron Provides Continuous Thermal Monitoring for Industrial Equipment

New K6PM Thermal Condition Monitor From Omron Provides Continuous Thermal Monitoring for Industrial Equipment

Industrial automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas has a new technology to help facilities get closer to the ultimate goal of zero downtime. By providing continuous, remote thermal monitoring of electrical panels and other components, Omron’s K6PM Thermal Condition Monitoring Device lowers the time and cost required for critical equipment inspections and minimizes the risk of unplanned shutdowns.

 

 

 

Bel Power Solutions TCP4000 Series Fanless 4 kW Power Supply Offers Wide Adjustable Output

Bel Power Solutions TCP4000 Series Fanless 4 kW Power Supply Offers Wide Adjustable Output

Bel Power Solutions has recently announced the TCP4000 Series of fanless, three-phase 4000 W AC-DC converters, suitable for a variety of industrial applications, including semiconductor lasers and plasma generators, as well as process and control applications. The TCP4000 Series converts worldwide three-phase input voltage (180 – 528 Vac) to an adjustable low voltage, from 30-100 Vdc, optimized at 90 V, which is ideal for semiconductor lasers.

 

 

 

Moxa: Industrial 8-port smart Ethernet switches

Moxa: Industrial 8-port smart Ethernet switches

The SDS-3008 smart Ethernet switch is the ideal product for IA engineers and automation machine builders to make their networks compatible with the vision of Industry 4.0. By breathing life into machines and control cabinets, the smart switch simplifies daily tasks with its easy configuration and easy installation. In addition, it is monitorable and is easy to maintain throughout the entire product life cycle.

 

 

 

Duncan Instruments: Model WEM3080 Single Phase WiFi energy meter (CSA approved)

Duncan Instruments: Model WEM3080 Single Phase WiFi energy meter (CSA approved)

WEM3080 Bi-directional WiFi energy meter products are used for monitoring and analysis of energy consumption in a residential electricity system or solar system. It can measure the real-time readings of Voltage, Current, Active Power, Active Energy, Frequency…, and upload the readings to the cloud. As the bi-directional meters, they are also ideal for use in a solar system.